Traveling Kitchen Assistant

Sharp Spoon Network•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

Sharp Spoon Network is recruiting Traveling Kitchen Assistants for a national leader in disaster response and large-scale culinary operations. Assist professional chefs in preparing and serving quality meals in high-volume kitchens across the country. Assignments are nationwide and typically involve approximately 30 days on assignment followed by 14 days off, with approximately 12-hour shifts during deployments. Lodging is provided during qualifying deployments, and company-paid travel is available when applicable. Candidates selected for the position will be employed directly by the client, not Sharp Spoon Network.

Requirements

  • At least 1 year of professional fine-dining experience.
  • Hands-on experience with food preparation or kitchen support in a professional kitchen.
  • Knowledge of basic food safety and kitchen sanitation.
  • Ability to follow instructions and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
  • Willingness to travel nationwide, work approximately 12-hour shifts, and complete 30-day assignments followed by approximately 14 days off.
  • Willingness to complete required background screening, drug testing, and onboarding.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in upscale restaurants, luxury hotels, or fine-dining kitchens.
  • High-volume banquet, catering, or large-scale culinary experience.

Responsibilities

  • Assist chefs with food preparation, portioning, plating, and meal service.
  • Prepare ingredients and support high-volume breakfast, lunch, and dinner operations.
  • Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen workstations.
  • Support dishwashing, stocking, food storage, and kitchen setup.
  • Follow food safety procedures and work closely with culinary leadership.

Benefits

  • $16 per hour plus applicable overtime.
  • Potential weekly gross earnings of approximately $1,696 during qualifying deployments; estimated earnings are illustrative and not guaranteed.
  • $45 daily per diem during qualifying deployments, subject to eligibility and client requirements.
  • Weekly pay.
  • Lodging provided during qualifying deployments.
  • Company-paid travel when applicable.
  • Approximately 30 days on assignment followed by 14 days off.
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